Talk of a clash between the Mexican and the undefeated GGG has been circulating in boxing circles for some time, which would put two of the most aggressive pound-for-pound punchers in the sport in the same ring.

After beating Khan, Alvarez called out GGG, and relinquishing his current title looks set to make the match-up with the veteran a viable option.

"Today, I instructed my team at Golden Boy Promotions to continue negotiating a fight with Gennady 'GGG' Golovkin and to finalize a deal as quickly as possible,” the Mexican said.

"I also informed the WBC that I will vacate its title. For the entirety of my career, I have taken the fights that no one wanted because I fear no man.

"Never has that been more true than today. I will fight 'GGG' and I will beat 'GGG' but I will not be forced into the ring by artificial deadlines.

“I am hopeful that by putting aside this ticking clock, the two teams can now negotiate this fight, and 'GGG' and I can get in the ring as soon as possible and give the fans the fight they want to see.”